Disney has another failure on their hands — this time, it’s “The Haunted Mansion” … which was overshadowed by last week’s successes, including “Barbie” — who continues to dominate.
The Mouse House’s latest offering — starring Lakeith Stanfield, Rosario Dawson, Owen Wilson, Tiffany Haddish, and others — had a disappointing opening weekend, only earning $24.6 million in North America.
Its performance in international markets was even worse, with only $9.1 million in earnings. This brings its worldwide total to about $33 million so far, well below its budget of $150 million plus millions more spent on marketing, resulting in a significant loss.
The disappointing box office performance of “Haunted Mansion” reflects the underwhelming premiere experience, which felt empty and soulless. While this can be attributed to the SAG strike, it’s still a significant setback.
This is not the only recent disappointment for Disney. The new ‘Indiana Jones’ film also fell short, although their other movies have performed decently this year. The box office results are mixed, but Bog Iger is certainly not satisfied with the numbers.
Meanwhile, “Barbie” continues to dominate for the second week in a row. Margot Robbie and the rest of the cast maintain their momentum, with a whopping $93 million in domestic earnings this weekend. This is in addition to the $162 million from the opening weekend. And the international numbers are even more impressive, with “Barbie” grossing over $750 million.
“Oppenheimer” is also enjoying extended success, obtaining an additional $46.6 million in ticket sales this weekend. Its final domestic earnings stand at $174 million, a respectable achievement.
Only time will tell if the success of “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” is a one-time fluke or if it signals a trend for future releases. It seems like a viral marketing phenomenon that has taken on a life of its own, becoming a cultural event. It remains to be seen if other films can generate the same level of excitement.
FAQs
1. Is “The Haunted Mansion” a Disney movie?
Yes, “The Haunted Mansion” is a Disney movie.
2. Who stars in “The Haunted Mansion”?
“The Haunted Mansion” features a star-studded cast including Lakeith Stanfield, Rosario Dawson, Owen Wilson, Tiffany Haddish, and others.
3. How much did “The Haunted Mansion” earn at the box office?
“The Haunted Mansion” earned $24.6 million in North America and had a worldwide total of about $33 million.
4. How much did the film cost to make?
The film had a budget of $150 million, not including the millions spent on marketing.
5. Did “Barbie” perform well at the box office?
Yes, “Barbie” performed exceptionally well, earning $93 million domestically and over $750 million worldwide.
Conclusion
“The Haunted Mansion” turned out to be a disappointment at the box office, failing to match the success of “Barbie” and other Disney films. Despite its star-studded cast, the film struggled to attract audiences and fell short in both domestic and international markets. On the other hand, “Barbie” continues to dominate the box office, capturing the attention of moviegoers worldwide. The mixed results reflect the unpredictable nature of the film industry, with some movies exceeding expectations while others fall short. Only time will tell if the success of “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” represents a new trend or a temporary phenomenon.